Starch-Coated Menu Cover Fabric

Fabric coated with starch for restaurant menu covers and similar book-like items, providing wipeable stiffness. Used in hospitality printing. Under HTS 5901.10.20.00 for book-like outer covers.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.1%+35.0%39.1%
🇲🇽Mexico4.1%+10.0%14.1%
🇨🇦Canada4.1%+10.0%14.1%
🇩🇪Germany4.1%+10.0%14.1%
🇯🇵Japan4.1%+10.0%14.1%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5903.20Lower: 12.7% vs 39.1%

If polyurethane coated for waterproofing

PU-coated fabrics for similar uses go to 5903 plastics heading.

4202.92Lower: 27.6% vs 39.1%

If assembled into finished menu holder

Completed travel/document cases with textile exterior in Chapter 42.

4819.50Lower: 10% vs 39.1%

If paper or cardboard alternative used

Cartons and boxes for menus classified as paper products in 48.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document as 'book-like covers' with menu samples to justify inclusion

Ensure coating withstands manual bend test per chapter note exclusions

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